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Title: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: bk on August 08, 2017, 12:06:11 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes spoke of eating a plush toy, and now it is time for you to post until the eating cows come home.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: bk on August 08, 2017, 12:06:46 AM
And the word of the day is: FRUCTIFY!
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 12:19:10 AM
First post after BK!
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 12:21:58 AM
Yesterday I guess I failed to mention reading the notes, but I always read the notes before I post.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 12:26:09 AM
T.O.D.

Anne Francis - I only know her from HONEY WEST and FUNNY GIRL

DAVID Wayne - WAIT TILL THE SUN SHINES, NELLIE

I don't know Elizabeth Arden Allen
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 12:27:21 AM
Will we have any videos from the Mancini show?
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:30:25 AM
First post after TCB's 4th post!
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:30:59 AM
T.O.D.

Anne Francis - I only know her from HONEY WEST and FUNNY GIRL

DAVID Wayne - WAIT TILL THE SUN SHINES, NELLIE

I don't know Elizabeth Arden Allen

I only know Elizabeth Allen from Do I Hear a Waltz?
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 12:42:12 AM
I keep getting kicked out of my iPad.
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:47:40 AM
I keep getting kicked out of my iPad.

Oh, no!
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 12:48:55 AM
I keep being told that I am not connected to the Internet.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: bk on August 08, 2017, 12:54:27 AM
No videos.  I think I explained - when we began posting the videos some of our regular audience members decided they could skip the show and watch the videos.  I found that rather obnoxious and we stopped shooting them two shows ago.
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Post by: Michael on August 08, 2017, 04:34:24 AM
Good morning to all
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Post by: Michael on August 08, 2017, 04:58:53 AM
TOD

David Wayne

Portrait of Jennie
How To MArry a Millionaire
The Andromeda Strain
Adam's Rib
The Front Page
and a Twlight Zone episode from Season 1

Apple Dumpling Gang which I don't remember his role but BK was also in it.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Druxy on August 08, 2017, 05:01:44 AM
T.O.D.

Anne Francis

BAD DAY AT BLACK ROCK
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 05:03:06 AM
Good morning, all.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 05:10:01 AM
Anne Francis - FORBIDDEN PLANET

David Wayne - I always think of TEAHOUSE OF THE AUGUST MOON, which I believe was a TV production but then I also conflate that with the Brando movie.

Oddly, neither of these people registered high on my radar over the years.  I'm probably forgetting a bunch of stuff.
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 05:11:56 AM
I remember the no videos policy, but I must have taken it as more of a threat than a done deal.  :)
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Druxy on August 08, 2017, 05:16:42 AM
It  never rains.  It just pours.

It's always been difficult to find the right actors to do audio versions of my one-person plays in THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS collection.  It's a matter of finding (1) a seasoned actor who is vocally right for the role, and (2) an actor willing to make the time commitment to do the play "right".  Thus far, only ORSON WELLES and CLARA BOW have successfully found their way to audio.

In the last two weeks, that might very well have changed.  Not only is the multi-talented Fred Frees (Paul's son) over halfway through recording the audio version of my new novel, JACKIE GOES TO DIXIE, but I have also signed ACX agreements with actors to do my one-person plays on Spencer Tracy, Basil Rathbone and Carole Lombard.  And, I have another actor circling around Clark Gable.

Hopefully, all of these projects will result in a completed audio versions of the plays.  Fingers crossed.

Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 05:20:34 AM
Tuesday.  I am NOT expecting to see my shadow so much this morning,  so it is getting better....

Today is my appointment with my oncologist.  He will set up a cat scan and then let me know the schedule for my infusion which should start next week or so....we shall see.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 05:20:51 AM
Shocking news from DR DANISE last night!
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 05:21:21 AM
Continued LEVI vibes for MR BK.  And visiting Nick Redman vibes as well.  Be careful on your jogs!
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 05:24:44 AM
Oh yes -- BIG vibes for Nick Redman.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 05:26:35 AM
TOD:

David Wayne:  Don't care for him too much, kind of in the Tony Randall barrel for me....a bit smug and too pleased with himself in most of his roles.

Anne Francis:  Bad Day at Black Rock, Forbidden Planet, Susan Slept Here, an episode of Alfred Hitchcock involving an elevator and a fuse   box - not sure if that's the one MR BK mentioned in the notes....  AND years ago we saw her in Chicago playing M'Lynn in STEEL MAGNOLIAS - she was very good and still beautiful.  It was probably 1987 or 1988....

Elizabeth Allen - playing Paul Lynde's wife on his tv show, Donovan's Reef, Bracken's World, and Diamond Head.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 05:28:41 AM
Ah.....IMDB tells us that Elizabeth Allen was the salesgirl to Anne Francis in the After Hours segment of THE TWILIGHT ZONE.....so I will add that to my lists for both actresses.

"I'm looking for a gift for my mother..."    :D
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: FJL on August 08, 2017, 05:35:17 AM
I really liked that Paul Lynde show, which I recall from its credits was based on a play.

Our Yeshivah halls abounded with Paul Lynde lines like "How goes the rat race?" "The rats are winning." 
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Post by: FJL on August 08, 2017, 05:35:49 AM
It was must -see TV at the Yeshivah of Flatbush.
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Post by: FJL on August 08, 2017, 05:36:31 AM
More and more vibes to Jrand!
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 05:37:38 AM
Ah.....IMDB tells us that Elizabeth Allen was the salesgirl to Anne Francis in the After Hours segment of THE TWILIGHT ZONE.....so I will add that to my lists for both actresses.

"I'm looking for a gift for my mother..."    :D

There's a nice one I'd totally forgotten.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 05:39:16 AM
It  never rains.  It just pours.

It's always been difficult to find the right actors to do audio versions of my one-person plays in THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS collection.  It's a matter of finding (1) a seasoned actor who is vocally right for the role, and (2) an actor willing to make the time commitment to do the play "right".  Thus far, only ORSON WELLES and CLARA BOW have successfully found their way to audio.

In the last two weeks, that might very well have changed.  Not only is the multi-talented Fred Frees (Paul's son) over halfway through recording the audio version of my new novel, JACKIE GOES TO DIXIE, but I have also signed ACX agreements with actors to do my one-person plays on Spencer Tracy, Basil Rathbone and Carole Lombard.  And, I have another actor circling around Clark Gable.

Hopefully, all of these projects will result in a completed audio versions of the plays.  Fingers crossed.



FIngers crossed for you.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: FJL on August 08, 2017, 05:40:43 AM
Break a leg to Druxy!!!
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 05:40:51 AM
Tuesday.  I am NOT expecting to see my shadow so much this morning,  so it is getting better....

Today is my appointment with my oncologist.  He will set up a cat scan and then let me know the schedule for my infusion which should start next week or so....we shall see.

I know what you mean by better :(
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Post by: FJL on August 08, 2017, 05:41:38 AM
delightful and wonderful dating news from Danise, some good news with the work bad news.
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 05:41:58 AM
GOOD CATCH SCAN RESULTS VIBES FOR DR JRAND!
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 05:52:07 AM
I can't think of anything I didn't like David Wayne in.  A favorite is THE TENDER TRAP.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 05:54:52 AM
Good morning, all!
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 05:57:25 AM
Anne Francis, always delightful but I can't think of a favorite.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 05:57:50 AM
I had a nice long sleep, although I discovered on an early morning jaunt to the bathroom that my microwave has died.  It's lights were flashing on and off and the timer/clock was stuck on 5:17.  I've unplugged it, hoping that when I replug it, it will reset and be fine.  We'll see.

At any rate it's a bit of work I'd rather have avoided today since I've got things to do pertaining to my Ohio trip.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:00:49 AM
DR Danise, I guess the State of Florida likes to dump its employees to save on retirement and pension?  If this has been going on for some time, there may be previous victims to interview.  I am really sorry this has happened to you.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 06:01:59 AM
I do not know Elizabeth Allen by name.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:03:10 AM
I recently saw Elizabeth Allen in something, but I cannot remember what it was.

I love David Wayne's oldest train conductor in Richard Lester's FINDERS KEEPERS.

I cannot think of a single Anne Francis film beyond FORBIDDEN PLANET, which I love.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:05:42 AM
Speaking of FORBIDDEN PLANET and its debt to Shakespeare. last night I started watching my close personal friend Ian McKellan's performance of KING LEAR, which Trevor Nunn has set in some sorta 19th century kingdom.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:08:24 AM
And that leads to my Ohio trip since KING LEAR has many resonances to my brothers and me.  I sent Randy a text yesterday morning asking if he and Jo could put up with me as a guest for a week or more.  His response was, Hell, no, but the Macbeths will put you up.

I am looking forward to seeing him and my wonderful sister-in-law Jo.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:10:44 AM
Continued LEVI vibes for MR BK.  And visiting Nick Redman vibes as well.  Be careful on your jogs!

I'll drink to all that!
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:11:51 AM
I have to deal with a printer issue this morning along with the microwave.  Skip the coffee, bring on the booze.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:36:42 AM
I've cleaned off the microwave and plugged it back in.  The clock reset, and it seems to be fine now.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 06:40:01 AM
DR Jeanne, I agree with you about the cat site I posted.  Because of the wait for the Guys & Dolls check, I've already lost several cats I thought seemed perfect.  I can only hope they were adopted and not put down.  I'm currently waiting to make this Ohio trip before I consider any adoption, and I do worry about the fates of some of these animals.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 07:09:59 AM
More fresh hell: my Medicare check has not arrived at my HMO, and it was mailed eight days ago.  I am wondering if some US Postal machinery has eaten.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 07:26:37 AM
TCB  & George,  how is the air quality up there?  It has been worse everyday here.  This morning it is ugly out.

Last night was the first time my lungs felt it.  I am walking early today to beat the heat, if only I could avoid the smoke.
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 07:27:03 AM
Check finding vibes for DR elmore.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 08:04:35 AM
Good morning, all.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 08:04:57 AM
Back is acting up today. Don't like that.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 08:05:17 AM
TCB, I hope you're feeling better.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 08:05:43 AM
Vibes for everyone. It's that kind of a Tuesday.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 08:09:03 AM
TOD

Francis: Forbidden Planet

Wayne: Almost everything, from the cast albums of Finian's Rainbow and The Happy Time to his stint on St. Elsewhere to Adam's Rib.

Allen: The Japanese broadcast of 42nd Street, the cast recording of Do I Hear a Waltz?
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: FJL on August 08, 2017, 08:25:57 AM
PLaybill.com is reporting that Barbara Cook has passed away at 89.
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 08:28:28 AM
Good morning all.  Vibes to all in need. Thank you for the good wishes.  Yeah, I have had some ups and downs this past month. 

I do have a job fair to go to tomorrow and a friend posted on FaceBook that the Tax Collector is hiring.  The good thing about the Tax Collector is that they are part of the FRS (Florida Retirement System) so if I get a job there, I would be able to finish the 3 years I need to get my full retirement.  Bad news is the pay.  It would be a LOT less then what I was making.  I might have to try (operative word there since I'm not having much luck finding now) to get a 2nd part time job to keep my head above water.

Part of me is thinking about applying for disability from SS.  At least I would have an income.  I'm told that having diabetes is now considered one.  Add all my other health issues and I think I would qualify.

If I don't find gainful employment by the end of this month, I will more then likely go that route.


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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 08:35:22 AM
Good morning all.  Vibes to all in need. Thank you for the good wishes.  Yeah, I have had some ups and downs this past month. 

I do have a job fair to go to tomorrow and a friend posted on FaceBook that the Tax Collector is hiring.  The good thing about the Tax Collector is that they are part of the FRS (Florida Retirement System) so if I get a job there, I would be able to finish the 3 years I need to get my full retirement.  Bad news is the pay.  It would be a LOT less then what I was making.  I might have to try (operative word there since I'm not having much luck finding now) to get a 2nd part time job to keep my head above water.

Part of me is thinking about applying for disability from SS.  At least I would have an income.  I'm told that having diabetes is now considered one.  Add all my other health issues and I think I would qualify.

If I don't find gainful employment by the end of this month, I will more then likely go that route.


Fingers crossed, DR Danise!
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 08:36:30 AM
PLaybill.com is reporting that Barbara Cook has passed away at 89.

I saw that.  so sad.  Several months ago, she cancelled her concerts and I wondered if this was a retirement or a health issue.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 09:21:13 AM
PLaybill.com is reporting that Barbara Cook has passed away at 89.

Very depressed. Loved her voice.
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Post by: bk on August 08, 2017, 09:40:32 AM
I'm up, I'm up - seven hours of sleep.
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 09:59:20 AM
PLaybill.com is reporting that Barbara Cook has passed away at 89.

I just saw the announcement here (http://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/celebrity/acclaimed-singer-and-actress-barbara-cook-has-died-at-89/ar-AApIUMk). :'(
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 10:06:24 AM
It  never rains.  It just pours.

It's always been difficult to find the right actors to do audio versions of my one-person plays in THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS collection.  It's a matter of finding (1) a seasoned actor who is vocally right for the role, and (2) an actor willing to make the time commitment to do the play "right".  Thus far, only ORSON WELLES and CLARA BOW have successfully found their way to audio.

In the last two weeks, that might very well have changed.  Not only is the multi-talented Fred Frees (Paul's son) over halfway through recording the audio version of my new novel, JACKIE GOES TO DIXIE, but I have also signed ACX agreements with actors to do my one-person plays on Spencer Tracy, Basil Rathbone and Carole Lombard.  And, I have another actor circling around Clark Gable.

Hopefully, all of these projects will result in a completed audio versions of the plays.  Fingers crossed.

Congrats and good luck, Druxy!
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 10:06:46 AM
Ah.....IMDB tells us that Elizabeth Allen was the salesgirl to Anne Francis in the After Hours segment of THE TWILIGHT ZONE.....so I will add that to my lists for both actresses.

"I'm looking for a gift for my mother..."    :D

I loved that episode.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 10:07:02 AM
TCB  & George,  how is the air quality up there?  It has been worse everyday here.  This morning it is ugly out.

Last night was the first time my lungs felt it.  I am walking early today to beat the heat, if only I could avoid the smoke.

I've never noticed it in my lungs.  The only time it registered to me was last week when I could see it, and not too much at all since...but then maybe I just wasn't paying attention. ::)

;)
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 10:07:18 AM
Tuesday.  I am NOT expecting to see my shadow so much this morning,  so it is getting better....

Today is my appointment with my oncologist.  He will set up a cat scan and then let me know the schedule for my infusion which should start next week or so....we shall see.

~~~Continued Vibes for Jrand!!~~~
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 10:07:57 AM
Good morning all.  Vibes to all in need. Thank you for the good wishes.  Yeah, I have had some ups and downs this past month. 

I do have a job fair to go to tomorrow and a friend posted on FaceBook that the Tax Collector is hiring.  The good thing about the Tax Collector is that they are part of the FRS (Florida Retirement System) so if I get a job there, I would be able to finish the 3 years I need to get my full retirement.  Bad news is the pay.  It would be a LOT less then what I was making.  I might have to try (operative word there since I'm not having much luck finding now) to get a 2nd part time job to keep my head above water.

Part of me is thinking about applying for disability from SS.  At least I would have an income.  I'm told that having diabetes is now considered one.  Add all my other health issues and I think I would qualify.

If I don't find gainful employment by the end of this month, I will more then likely go that route.

~~~Vibes of All Kinds for Danise!!~~~
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 10:08:52 AM
And now, I need to get to work!

Until later!
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 10:16:30 AM
How fitting that Barbara Cook's last meal was vanilla ice cream.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 10:16:42 AM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RTtFVfxDst4
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 10:50:15 AM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RTtFVfxDst4

Well, that was downright glorious.  God bless her.
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 10:58:44 AM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RTtFVfxDst4

Well, that was downright glorious.  God bless her.

Truly.

No matter what else is happening, I need to listen to some Barbara Cook tonight.
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 11:03:03 AM
Hi all,  Just wanted to share--I just got an email invitation to test with the Tax Collectors office!  Part of me hates to say anything because I've been hopeful before and it came to nothing.  All I can do is take it one step at a time--and celebrate both the small and the larger victories with my friends.

I would text David to let him know but he is at work and I refuse to bother him until we talk tonight.  I did tell you he's in San Francisco so there is a time difference between us?
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:12:26 AM
DR Danise is there a way to find out what you would get from SS if you went on disability to help you decide regarding a lesser paying job & disability? 
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:13:45 AM
Good news regarding the call to test with the tax collectors office.
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Post by: Ginny on August 08, 2017, 11:24:41 AM
Tuesday afternoon greetings!  Richard and I took Rob and Mary Linda to the Dayton airport this morning for their flight to California for her brother's wedding this weekend.  We did some errands and stopped for lunch at a place that had outside seating with a bird's eye view of this unfolding:

Bomb squad... (http://www.whio.com/news/local/bomb-squad-remove-detonate-suspicious-device-found-kettering/sz2PC3StSqErHkrmDHvGBK/)

While we ate, a caravan of emergency vehicles left the scene, leaving just a maintenance crew to clear away the orange cones and yellow tape.
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Post by: Ginny on August 08, 2017, 11:25:58 AM
DR Danise, good luck with the tax collector!  There's a lot to be said for staying in the public employees' retirement system...
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 11:25:59 AM
Very exciting DR GINNY!
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 11:26:21 AM
Job vibes for DR DANISE.

Check vibes for DR ELMORE.
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 11:27:10 AM
I am awaiting a call so that I can have my port put in place.

Infusion starts next Tuesday.....on we go.
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Post by: Ginny on August 08, 2017, 11:28:29 AM
Very exciting DR GINNY!

Certainly not something we see every day, DR JRand.  One of the vehicles was from WHIO, Channel 7, so I'll watch their newscast at 5pm to see what more I can find out.
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Post by: Ginny on August 08, 2017, 11:28:53 AM
Sorry to hear about Barbara Cook  :-\
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:31:59 AM
Tuesday afternoon greetings!  Richard and I took Rob and Mary Linda to the Dayton airport this morning for their flight to California for her brother's wedding this weekend.  We did some errands and stopped for lunch at a place that had outside seating with a bird's eye view of this unfolding:

Bomb squad... (http://www.whio.com/news/local/bomb-squad-remove-detonate-suspicious-device-found-kettering/sz2PC3StSqErHkrmDHvGBK/)

While we ate, a caravan of emergency vehicles left the scene, leaving just a maintenance crew to clear away the orange cones and yellow tape.

They should have charged you extra for the entertainment ;)
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 11:32:04 AM
Oh my.  Excitement in SW Ohio!
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:33:10 AM
DR Danise, good luck with the tax collector!  There's a lot to be said for staying in the public employees' retirement system...

It does sound like a big bonus.  Could you take in a roommate instead of having a second job?

Of course, major vibes you receive a job offer!
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 11:34:20 AM
Thanks, DR Jane.  I'm not sure.  I'll have to look into it but if I can get back with a government job I will have good health insurance, life insurance, eye, dental and so many other  benefits that makes it worth having the lower pay.  I do know if I go on disability, I would be restricted as to how many hours and how much I could earn.  I don't like that idea. 

Something else I didn't tell you all last night--part of the excuse to get me out the door was that I was "untrainable".  They had a new computer system that had 2 or 3 codes you could use for every action.  No matter which code I picked---you guessed it--I always picked the wrong one.  If I picked the code they said to use, it was wrong for the situation, if that same situation came up that was the wrong code to use because they changed their minds and the other code was the one to use.  Oy.

Anyway, one of the things I did was in my job hunt I found a life insurance company that was willing to pay for me to go to class and pay for me to get my life insurance FL license.  It was a 2 weekend class then you go sit for the state exam.  I'm "untrainable", remember? I knew almost zero about the different kinds of Life Insurance and how they work.   I took the class, made it a POINT to not study, sat for and PASSED the State Exam first try.  I was told there are some who take the test 2-4 times.  The company couldn't believe it when I told them what I did.  I can't sell the insurance until I get the license in hand then I will go out for field training so I'm a long way from getting on a paying basis.  Could be a couple months---that's why I don't count it as a job yet.  I'm not sure about being a sales person but I will do it if I have to.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:34:54 AM
I am awaiting a call so that I can have my port put in place.

Infusion starts next Tuesday.....on we go.

And now for what might be the most difficult part.
MEGA VIBES YOUR SIDE EFFECTS ARE MILD!
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 11:36:27 AM
Tuesday afternoon greetings!  Richard and I took Rob and Mary Linda to the Dayton airport this morning for their flight to California for her brother's wedding this weekend.  We did some errands and stopped for lunch at a place that had outside seating with a bird's eye view of this unfolding:

Bomb squad... (http://www.whio.com/news/local/bomb-squad-remove-detonate-suspicious-device-found-kettering/sz2PC3StSqErHkrmDHvGBK/)

While we ate, a caravan of emergency vehicles left the scene, leaving just a maintenance crew to clear away the orange cones and yellow tape.
Wow.  Glad nothing bad happened.
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 11:38:04 AM
DR Danise, good luck with the tax collector!  There's a lot to be said for staying in the public employees' retirement system...

It does sound like a big bonus.  Could you take in a roommate instead of having a second job?

Of course, major vibes you receive a job offer!
. Well, I guess I could let that guy know I changed my mind and I want to be his mistress.  ;) LOL
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:38:14 AM
Thanks, DR Jane.  I'm not sure.  I'll have to look into it but if I can get back with a government job I will have good health insurance, life insurance, eye, dental and so many other  benefits that makes it worth having the lower pay.  I do know if I go on disability, I would be restricted as to how many hours and how much I could earn.  I don't like that idea. 

Something else I didn't tell you all last night--part of the excuse to get me out the door was that I was "untrainable".  They had a new computer system that had 2 or 3 codes you could use for every action.  No matter which code I picked---you guessed it--I always picked the wrong one.  If I picked the code they said to use, it was wrong for the situation, if that same situation came up that was the wrong code to use because they changed their minds and the other code was the one to use.  Oy.

Anyway, one of the things I did was in my job hunt I found a life insurance company that was willing to pay for me to go to class and pay for me to get my life insurance FL license.  It was a 2 weekend class then you go sit for the state exam.  I'm "untrainable", remember? I knew almost zero about the different kinds of Life Insurance and how they work.   I took the class, made it a POINT to not study, sat for and PASSED the State Exam first try.  I was told there are some who take the test 2-4 times.  The company couldn't believe it when I told them what I did.  I can't sell the insurance until I get the license in hand then I will go out for field training so I'm a long way from getting on a paying basis.  Could be a couple months---that's why I don't count it as a job yet.  I'm not sure about being a sales person but I will do it if I have to.

This does not surprise me.  Does your lawyer think this will help prove your case?
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:38:46 AM
DR Danise, good luck with the tax collector!  There's a lot to be said for staying in the public employees' retirement system...

It does sound like a big bonus.  Could you take in a roommate instead of having a second job?

Of course, major vibes you receive a job offer!
. Well, I guess I could let that guy know I changed my mind and I want to be his mistress.  ;) LOL

:D
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 11:41:15 AM
Is selling life insurance strictly a commission job?  Either way it could fill that part time 2nd job position.
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 11:41:50 AM
Very exciting DR GINNY!

Certainly not something we see every day, DR JRand.  One of the vehicles was from WHIO, Channel 7, so I'll watch their newscast at 5pm to see what more I can find out.
. If your news is anything like our news it will be all you wanted to know and will never find out about.  I swear, I see helicopters circling or a bunch of Sheriffs at a place, wonder what the heck is going on, watch the news to be kept up to date on the latest news in my neighborhood and there is nothing. 
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 11:43:33 AM
Is selling life insurance strictly a commission job?  Either way it could fill that part time 2nd job position.
. Yes.  But it is months away before I would earn anything.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:55:49 PM
How fitting that Barbara Cook's last meal was vanilla ice cream.

It's certainly a lovely thought.
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:56:07 PM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RTtFVfxDst4

Barbara Cook sings a medley from "The Music Man" on the Bell Telephone Hour, 1960 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BWLRymSsCU)
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:56:17 PM
Barbara Cook performs a "Salute to Vienna" on the Bell Telephone Hour, 1962 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g09PFJOz1Ug):  Barbara Cook sings and dances to Viennese operettas with Alfred Drake.
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:56:30 PM
Barbara Cook- 1956 "live" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgN8NWM1iKw):  Barbara Cook 5-28-56 - Bloomer Girl Selections
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:56:41 PM
And finally:  Frank Loesser Medley - Millicent Martin, Barbara Cook, David Kernan, and Clarke Peters (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2sTehWH3jo)
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 12:56:50 PM
Good news regarding the call to test with the tax collectors office.

Ditto!!
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 01:32:16 PM
Gratuitous Post #100!
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 01:34:59 PM
Keith is sending a pm to one of my Facebook friends, letting the friend know it was Keith and not me he was having good a conversation with 😄
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 02:07:16 PM
The breathless hush of evening that trembles on the brink of a lovely song ...


https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2e_KbyRRqU0&feature=youtu.be
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 02:08:48 PM
Glen Campbell has died.
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Post by: elmore3003 on August 08, 2017, 02:31:35 PM
I spent the afternoon inventorying and packing three cartons for the Miami University Library.  As soon as that Guys & Dolls check arrives, they're goin' west.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 02:45:13 PM
My favorite Campbell song from Jimmy Webb:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0PXhfJdtsl4
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 03:41:19 PM
I really only knew "Rhinestone Cowboy." :-\
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 03:43:03 PM
Check arrival vibes for DR ELMORE.
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Post by: Jrand74 on August 08, 2017, 03:43:10 PM
Thanks DR JANE.
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 03:45:55 PM
I really only knew "Rhinestone Cowboy." :-\

 :o
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 03:50:22 PM
I really only knew "Rhinestone Cowboy." :-\

 :o

Not a particular fan of country music.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 03:51:38 PM
DR John thanks for the music links.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 03:57:05 PM
I really only knew "Rhinestone Cowboy." :-\

 :o

Not a particular fan of country music.

A lot of his music wasn't strictly country.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 04:18:30 PM
Natasha, Pierre ... is closing. How strange. The show was still making close to $1 million a week.
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Post by: KevinH on August 08, 2017, 04:55:21 PM
Good evening!
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Post by: KevinH on August 08, 2017, 04:55:42 PM
Sorry to hear about both Barbara Cook and Glen Campbell.
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Post by: KevinH on August 08, 2017, 04:58:41 PM
The only time I saw Barbara Cook perform was at a tribute to lyricist David Zippel.  It was at the Allen Room at Lincoln Center.  Brent B and Jason Graae also performed. I don't remember what she sang but I'm sure she was great!
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Post by: KevinH on August 08, 2017, 04:58:59 PM
Nice to see DR Danise!
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Post by: KevinH on August 08, 2017, 05:00:05 PM
TOD:  Anne Francis---Funny Girl (!)--that's the only performance of hers that I remember
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 05:13:18 PM
I should be working.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 05:13:31 PM
I'm nursing some gin instead.
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 05:13:37 PM
Five!
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Post by: Danise on August 08, 2017, 06:08:55 PM
Sorry to hear about both Barbara Cook and Glen Campbell.
. Hate to say it but that's two.  There usually is three.  Sigh.  It hurts to see so many people you grew up loving or at least respecting passing on. 
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:48:49 PM
Interview vibes for DR Danise,  I hope you're back with us for good you have been much missed
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:49:29 PM
Port vibes for DR Rand ....
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:50:17 PM
You are in my prayers every day
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:52:04 PM
I had two nice thick  pork chops to  cook for Vixdad and my dinner tonight
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:53:38 PM
I was trying to think of something to jazz them up a bit and my eye fell on the bottle of peach/white wine balsamic vinegar I bought when I was last in Virginia
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:56:26 PM
While the chops were browning in the skillet I chopped some onion and put it in a skillet with some butter, added a handful of dried cranberries ,one chopped delicious Apple  , and poured some of the balsamic on it and added a little brown sugar and covered it to keep the flavor in and let it simmer 
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 06:59:15 PM
I rounded the meal off with a cheap trick... Stove top pork flavored stuffing and steamed baby carrots
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 07:01:42 PM
When I served the meal I mounded the onion, cranberry, Apple mixture on top of the pork
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 07:02:03 PM
It came out quite well if I do say so myself
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 07:02:59 PM
I will have to buy some more of this balsamic when I'm in Virgina in 2 weeks
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Post by: John G. on August 08, 2017, 07:46:52 PM
And my serving is where?
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Post by: ChasSmith on August 08, 2017, 08:06:07 PM
I will have to buy some more of this balsamic when I'm in Virgina in 2 weeks

And you will be in Virginia in two weeks...why, missy?
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 08:32:15 PM
I'm still at work, but no more.  I'm off to do a little shopping, then home.

Be back later.
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 09:00:29 PM
And my serving is where?

In my tummy
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 09:05:03 PM
I will have to buy some more of this balsamic when I'm in Virgina in 2 weeks

And you will be in Virginia in two weeks...why, missy?

I am taking my Mom down to Alexandria and we will see A Little Night Music at the Signature Theatre  and hopefully get to visit with  my niece ( my moms eldest granddaughter)    She is a Psych nurse at a Washington DC hospital and her shifts just changed so she's working nights now. And she's studying her her MCats because she had decided to go on to medical school and become  an MD.  So we may not get yo see her... Fingers crossed we do for my moms sake
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Post by: vixmom on August 08, 2017, 09:05:54 PM
The balsamic I bought was in a specialty shop in the shops at Shirlington where he Signature theatre lives
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Post by: bk on August 08, 2017, 09:41:48 PM
Finished with my viewing.
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Post by: Jane on August 08, 2017, 10:23:52 PM
I will have to buy some more of this balsamic when I'm in Virgina in 2 weeks

And you will be in Virginia in two weeks...why, missy?

I am taking my Mom down to Alexandria and we will see A Little Night Music at the Signature Theatre  and hopefully get to visit with  my niece ( my moms eldest granddaughter)    She is a Psych nurse at a Washington DC hospital and her shifts just changed so she's working nights now. And she's studying her her MCats because she had decided to go on to medical school and become  an MD.  So we may not get yo see her... Fingers crossed we do for my moms sake

Good for your niece, and good vibes you get to see her.
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 10:52:48 PM
Good evening!
Title: Re: EATING A PLUSH TOY
Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 10:53:47 PM
I am stunned to read about Barbara Cook.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 10:54:41 PM
I had heard about Glen Campbell on the news this afternoon.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 10:56:43 PM
I saw Glen Campbell when he played with the Beach Boys, and a few years later I saw him as a headliner in Las Vegas.
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Post by: bk on August 08, 2017, 10:56:51 PM
What is this page five malarky?  We've been on damn page five for six hours.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 10:58:44 PM
And he certainly wasn't just a country artist.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:00:22 PM
Danise, vibes for success with the tax collector test.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:01:12 PM
And positive vibes for your dating experiences.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:01:43 PM
One more post.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:02:25 PM
Page 6
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:08:50 PM
Jane, the smoke has continued to be bad, today especially.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:11:01 PM
Continued Health vibes to Jrand!
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Post by: George on August 08, 2017, 11:12:22 PM
Hi, Tom.
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Post by: TCB on August 08, 2017, 11:12:49 PM
Great news for DR Druxy!
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Post by: George on August 09, 2017, 12:07:01 AM
Well, tonight we were supposed to have a TAO board meeting, but not enough people could be there, so it's been rescheduled for next Tuesday.
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Post by: George on August 09, 2017, 12:08:44 AM
Hopefully, everyone can be there.  pug won't be able to be there.  On Friday, she's driving down to visit her sister in California.
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Post by: TCB on August 09, 2017, 12:12:11 AM
Have you announced next year's season?
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Post by: George on August 09, 2017, 12:14:00 AM
Have you announced next year's season?

We really don't do seasons.  We've pretty much announce things show by show, but what's coming up is something that we'll need to talk about.